Images courtesy of Tourism Queensland (no.1, 3 & 4) and Riverlife Adventures (no.2 & 5)
If you think Brisbane is just another city overflowing with excellent shopping, superb restaurants and fabulous cultural experiences, think again - get down to the river and experience Brisbane from a different angle. At Riverlife Adventure Centre you can see the city from the rocks, from the water, or on wheels.
Face your fears abseiling down Kangaroo Point’s weathered walls or crawling up them, rock by rock. From a dangling position you will see the city from a new perspective.
Imagine cutting through the darkness on your kayak and gliding silently under the Story Bridge. Whether you are an experienced paddler or it’s your first time on the water, you will be captivated by the city’s charm as the high rise reflections dance playfully in your wake.
So you’re not a cliff-hanger and would prefer to keep your feet firmly on the shore? Start at the beautiful City Botanic Gardens and follow the river north to connect to the floating RiverWalk, over 20km of walking paths along the beautiful Brisbane River. To increase the pace, break out your wheels or hire them (bicycles, rollerblades and kick bikes) from Riverlife Adventure Centre.
Wining and dining on the water is also popular with cruises such as the Kookaburra River Queen offering buffet lunch and dinner cruises, live entertainment, and everchanging views.
Riverlife Adventure Centre: access via the Kangaroo Point steps (off River Terrace) or catch CityCat to the Thornton St Ferry Terminal then follow the signs.
Ph 07 3891 5766
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#111
RiverLife is a fantastic Brisbane venue & activity! We love having events in the marquees there - the view is FANTASTIC. I think the Friday Night Beer & Prawns Kayaking experience is a must do for locals and tourists alike!
#112
We did a kyaking trip with young people for work and it was brilliant. I've been back since and had a great time again. Brisbane is a wonderful city seen from the river. Sharks ? What sharks ?
#113
The abseiling is fantastic, so much fun even though it's scary and the instructors make it a great day out with freinds as they have an excellent sense of humour and get the team involved, had a picnic after in the park and the food was great.
#114
We used Riverlife facilities for a workshop, followed by a mystery cycling tour. Just LOVE the ambience - the combination of historic items, photos and structures within this old building make it such an interesting experience, visually and spiritually - so refreshing to be in a natural environment. Follow that up with one of the many physical activities and you have the best of both worlds. I can highly recommend RiverLife for business and family occasions as they have something for everyone.
#115
Its a great group activity, heaps of fun and great excersize!
#116
This is a must do if in brisbane!I went night kayaking on the Brisbane river and then sat up on the deck and had beer and prawns. Its the best thing I have done in ages!
#117
My wife and I(Toowoomba) are spending 5 days in Brisbane just after Christmas and we are now (thanks to your website) starting to get a few ideas of things to do instead of spending all our time in our hotel and the casino. Thanks, JF.
#118
Great windy river and beut to see it used for leisure cruises and worker transport
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#120
Lots of things to do. friendly people. Nice spot.